BMW reveals more of its upcoming electric M3, and it looks formidable.
BMW continues to reveal more details about its upcoming electric M3. A newly unveiled prototype, with much less camouflage, shows off the design of this sports car expected in 2027.
After electrifying much of its lineup, the manufacturer is now turning to one of its most iconic models: the M3. Contrary to what some might have thought just a few months ago, it won’t be called the iM3 after all. BMW fully embraces the M3 name, even without a six-cylinder engine under the hood!
An electric M3 showing off its capabilities
The latest prototype unveiled by BMW removes much of its camouflage, allowing for a better view of its proportions and especially its widened wings. The production model is thus very similar to the M Concept Neue Klasse presented in June 2026. At that time, Franciscus van Meel, head of BMW M, said the concept represented about 90% of the final vehicle... He was likely correct.
This M3 will be built on a heavily modified version of the Neue Klasse platform. BMW has already confirmed the use of four electric motors, one per wheel. The M Dynamic Performance Control system will then enable precise management of the torque sent to each wheel. Behind this configuration, the goal is clearly to improve efficiency while also maintaining the sporty character associated with M models.
A battery of over 100 kWh
BMW has also begun to reveal some technical details. We know that the sports car will use an 800-volt architecture and a battery with a capacity exceeding 100 kWh. That’s quite substantial! Sixth-generation cylindrical cells have been modified to meet BMW M’s requirements, enabling greater power output both during acceleration and in fast charging scenarios.
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The ultimate power output, on the other hand, is carefully kept secret. Previous reports suggested over 700 horsepower. Other estimates are significantly higher. BMW has not confirmed any figures yet. The launch of this first electric M3 is scheduled for 2027. Production will take place at the historic Munich plant, which is set to shift entirely to electric vehicle production that same year.
A new generation of gasoline-powered M3 is expected to follow later.
